Controversial Issues in Psych

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Controversial Issues in Psychology (3) This capstone course asks students to draw from their previous coursework to wrestle with ongoing questions within the field of psychology. Emphasis is on critical analysis (but not solution) of the issues as they are presented in public discourse. Students identify and critically analyze research which they debate in a seminar format. Also, a pragmatic section of the course engages students in exercises designed to apply their major to life after AU. AU Core Integrative Requirement: Capstone. Prerequisite: PSYC-301 or PSYC-433; and completion of 90 credit hours (senior standing) or 30 PSYC credit hours. Restriction: Psychology (BA).